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Compare train, coach and flight for Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 312 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£57 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:32 Barnstaple | 5h39 | 17:11 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 11:35. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 11:35 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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